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He's back - Simon Cowell

straykatz — Thu, 22 Oct 2015 15:56:38 GMT

Simon will replace Howard Stern on AGT

http://www.ew.com/article/2015/10/22/simon-cowell-replacing-howard-stern-americas-got-talent

The former American Idol judge will replace Howard Stern for the summer reality competition’s upcoming 11th season.

Cowell, a creator of the show’s format, issued this statement: “I am really thrilled to be joining America’s Got Talent next season. What I love about this show is that it’s open to absolutely anyone. America has some fantastic talent just waiting to be discovered, and I would like that talent to come to our show, including any dogs who can sing!”

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momtochloe — Thu, 22 Oct 2015 16:02:21 GMT

Oh wow, this is a big surprise to me . . . thanks for posting this straykatz.

What an interesting twist for AGT, that's for sure. Should be a fun season!

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straykatz — Thu, 22 Oct 2015 16:04:29 GMT

I know...it surprised me too. I knew Stern was leaving but was not expecting Simon to be his replacement.

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Topaz Gem — Thu, 22 Oct 2015 16:05:09 GMT

I've missed seeing Simon on air, but I was really getting to like Stern as a judge on AGT. I wonder why Stern is leaving?

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Shorty2U — Thu, 22 Oct 2015 16:06:26 GMT

I just saw that on FB, would rather have had Stern stay. Simon is not very kind. Hopefully he changed since becoming a Father.

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brii — Thu, 22 Oct 2015 16:06:40 GMT

Why is Howard leaving?

I like the combination of judges now.

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straykatz — Thu, 22 Oct 2015 16:07:36 GMT

@Shorty2U wrote:
I just saw that on FB, would rather have had Stern stay. Simon is not very kind. Hopefully he changed since becoming a Father.

Did you watch Simon on X Factor...he was much more mellow than he was during his time on Idol.

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cotton4me — Thu, 22 Oct 2015 16:09:27 GMT

@Topaz Gem wrote:
I've missed seeing Simon on air, but I was really getting to like Stern as a judge on AGT. I wonder why Stern is leaving?

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I just found this quote from Howard Stern:

“I’m going through my own career evaluation right now,” Howard said on his Sirius radio show. “In all seriousness, I’ve told you, I’m just too f–king busy…something’s got to give… NBC’s already asked me what my intentions are for next year, whether or not I’d come back, I kind of have told them I think this is my last season. Not I think, this is my last season.”

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Ibby114 — Thu, 22 Oct 2015 16:18:08 GMT

@brii wrote:
Why is Howard leaving?

I like the combination of judges now.

Simon has been behind the scenes of AGT- his name is listed in the credits. I'm glad he'll be upfront now!

I think the Simon 'snark' is just a tv personailty. I saw a live audition of X Factor when it was in the US - the 1st season. This was pre-baby too .... he was so genuine and kind to the audience!

With Stern leaving I knew the show would probably no longer tape on the east coast- I'm glad I went to so many live tapings this past season. I was even at the finale! I read that Howard just plain 'tired' of his schedule- and might cut back from the radio show too. Maybe he's considering a semi retirement?

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momtochloe — Thu, 22 Oct 2015 16:15:24 GMT

@straykatz wrote:
@Shorty2U wrote:
I just saw that on FB, would rather have had Stern stay. Simon is not very kind. Hopefully he changed since becoming a Father.
Did you watch Simon on X Factor...he was much more mellow than he was during his time on Idol.

I think Simon will be an interesting addition to the panel. It appears Howard was done and I have to say I thought he did a great job but adding Simon to me is a brilliant move. He will bring the raw intelligence that he always did to the competion but will maybe add his own brand of snark.

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AnikaBrodie — Thu, 22 Oct 2015 16:26:46 GMT

I'll be glad to see Simon back on the show. IMO he will add zest to the panel. Perhaps he will be more mellow upon return for reasons voiced earlier. We'll just have to wait and see.

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chrystaltree — Thu, 22 Oct 2015 17:00:13 GMT

....I didn't know he went away...lol

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Perkup — Thu, 22 Oct 2015 17:16:09 GMT

YESI YES! YES!! I'LL BE WATCHING AGAIN NEXT YEAR.

Enjoyed Howard, but really enjoy Simon!

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Ibby114 — Thu, 22 Oct 2015 17:37:20 GMT

@chrystaltree wrote:
....I didn't know he went away...lol

Simon didn't, he was always behind the scenes. Now he'll be upfront! It'll be a fun season.

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Reba055 — Thu, 22 Oct 2015 19:37:55 GMT

Love Simon!

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straykatz — Thu, 22 Oct 2015 19:47:16 GMT

I'm a Simon fan too....yes...he can go overboard and did at times with his brutal honesty....but I think he has toned it down over the years.

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fortune — Thu, 22 Oct 2015 21:25:34 GMT

The ability of someone performing strange feats isn't very entertaining to me--even if Simon Cowell is one of the judges.

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Perkup — Fri, 23 Oct 2015 00:11:31 GMT

@fortune wrote:
The ability of someone performing strange feats isn't very entertaining to me--even if Simon Cowell is one of the judges.

You are sooo right. I really enjoy the contestants with real talent, but doing stunts on motorcycles and high wires really doesn't do it for me either. The singers, dancers, magicians, ventriloquists, musicians. These I really enjoy. I would love to see them eliminate the "outdoor" acts, or perhaps have a separate contest for them.

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INDIANA BONES — Fri, 23 Oct 2015 01:37:52 GMT

@Ibby114 wrote:
@brii wrote:
Why is Howard leaving?

I like the combination of judges now.
Simon has been behind the scenes of AGT- his name is listed in the credits. I'm glad he'll be upfront now!

I think the Simon 'snark' is just a tv personailty. I saw a live audition of X Factor when it was in the US - the 1st season. This was pre-baby too .... he was so genuine and kind to the audience!

With Stern leaving I knew the show would probably no longer tape on the east coast- I'm glad I went to so many live tapings this past season. I was even at the finale! I read that Howard just plain 'tired' of his schedule- and might cut back from the radio show too. Maybe he's considering a semi retirement?

We watched 3 live auditions of X Factor and Simon was very kind to all. He gave my daughters a kiss on the cheek 2 times which elated them. I guess this will just leave The Voice for people trying to make it in the music world since Idol is not coming back. If I am correct in the last statement.

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Ibby114 — Fri, 23 Oct 2015 02:26:00 GMT

@INDIANA BONES wrote:
@Ibby114 wrote:
@brii wrote:
Why is Howard leaving?

I like the combination of judges now.
Simon has been behind the scenes of AGT- his name is listed in the credits. I'm glad he'll be upfront now!

I think the Simon 'snark' is just a tv personailty. I saw a live audition of X Factor when it was in the US - the 1st season. This was pre-baby too .... he was so genuine and kind to the audience!

With Stern leaving I knew the show would probably no longer tape on the east coast- I'm glad I went to so many live tapings this past season. I was even at the finale! I read that Howard just plain 'tired' of his schedule- and might cut back from the radio show too. Maybe he's considering a semi retirement?

We watched 3 live auditions of X Factor and Simon was very kind to all. He gave my daughters a kiss on the cheek 2 times which elated them. I guess this will just leave The Voice for people trying to make it in the music world since Idol is not coming back. If I am correct in the last statement.

AGT has had singers in the top 10 - there hasn't been a singer winning in several years though. I think Eugene Landau Murphy Jr was the last one? WIth Idol leaving,maybe AGT will have a singer winning again!